Rarity Bay

Blessed with 10 miles of shoreline along the clear waters of Tellico Lake, and along the lush landscape of the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Rarity Bay is noted as one of the premier lakefront developments in Eastern Tennessee. Started 18 years ago, Rarity Bay is a beautiful golf and lakefront community on, what is known as, the Best Lake in Eastern Tennessee Less than an hour from downtown Knoxville, Rarity Bay is a well-conceived, mature development which offers completed amenities and a great value for an active retirement community or those who want to relocate for work or future retirement. Fall of 2012, Rarity Bay became 100% self directed by its residential board (RBCIA), a move that was enthusiastically received by residents of this Eastern Tennessee lake community.

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Golf, Boating and Equestrian Community

HOA Managed by Rarity Bay Residents

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Eastern Tennessee real estate features beautiful country side, some terrific real estate values and has an additional allure to retirees due to the absence of a state payroll tax. The climate of East Tennessee offers four seasons with moderate temperatures and the prime location of Rarity Bay is a convenient drive to most Tennessee cities and destinations.

Located under an hour from the entertainment, shopping and award winning medical care of downtown Knoxville, Tennessee, Rarity Bay is the first lake and golf community developed by Rarity and is a master planned community offering an active life style. Charming villages, designed in a French Country style, are set amidst rolling green vistas, tranquil views of Tellico Lake and long range mountain views of the Great Smoky Mountains. With over 1,100 properties sold of the 1,600 planned, Rarity Bay has completed all of its promised luxury amenities and financially operating well.

Rarity Bay is located on a magnificent 960-acre peninsula surrounded by Lake Tellico in the foothills of The Smokies. Lake Tellico’s clean, cool waters originate high in the mountains of North Carolina making it a non-polluted lake ideal for fishing enthusiasts. Nearly 75% of the land around Tellico Lake is protected preserving its beauty from development. The pristine 16,000-acre lake also connects to a lock-free canal opening the way to 733 miles of navigable lake shoreline which runs all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.

The centerpiece amenities of Rarity Bay include a very scenic 18-hole championship golf course, a stacked stone clubhouse reminiscent of a French country manor, and a world class equestrian center. Within the Community, there are at least 50 special interest clubs organized by Rarity Bay residents who are extremely involved. This has created a deep sense of community which promises plenty of friendship opportunities and healthy activities throughout retirement. The moderate four season climate is also ideal and makes year round, outdoor recreation possible in this gated, Tennessee golf community.

It should be mentioned that Mike Ross, the original developer of Rarity Bay, overextended with the ensuing Rarity Communities is no longer associated with the management of Rarity Bay Communities Inc. As of the fall of 2012, the community of Rarity Bay became 100% self-directed by the Property Owners Association. This is a move that bodes well for Rarity Bay’s continued success, and because of its historically involved membership and their social interactions with each other, we believe they will be very successful in managing the financial stability, architectural control, and future direction of the community. The current community amenities all have continued to be well maintained and are fully operational.

Homes and Home Sites

Rarity Bay has homes for sale in the mid $400,000's and detached villas from $299,000. There are wooded, golf and lakefront home sites on Tellico Lake. Home sites begin from $90,000 on up.

Amenities

Golf – Par 72 championship course designed by D.J. DeVictor and Peter Langham with views of the Great Smoky Mountains and Tellico Lake.

Clubhouse – Stacked stone, polished granite, copper, brass, leaded glass and sculptured iron railings grace the French Country architecture of the Rarity Bay Clubhouse. The club offers cozy bistro and casually elegant dining as well as an outdoor dining patio and meeting space.

Enrichment Center – The Enrichment Center, adjacent to the Clubhouse, houses the fitness center as well as is the gathering place for community events, club activities and private functions.
Grand Swimming & Tennis Club –Adjacent to the Clubhouse, the Grand Swimming & Tennis Club at Rarity Bay features an outdoor pool and two lighted, hard surface tennis courts.

Equestrian Center – This world class facility features an expert staff which oversees a carefully-maintained facility and a lighted show arena. Members enjoy the convenience of boarding and pasturing your horse on property as well as special events, supervised and private trail rides. Lessons, veterinarian, grooming and specialized horse training are just a few of the many services offered at the Rarity Bay Equestrian Center.

Boating Club – Residents can enjoy private docking privileges at the boat slips, private docks on owned boat slips or leased docks in community marina, located at Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico.

Community Gardens – Garden plots are available to resident of Rarity Bay to grow their own flowers and vegetables. Residents of Rarity Bay offer excess fruits and vegetables to other residents of Rarity and donate the rest to local charities in the area.

Walking Trails – Four miles of walking trails throughout the community showcase the lovely views and surroundings.

Community Dog Park – Rarity Bay residents cooperatively created a community dog park, Rusty’s Place, which opened in 2010. The one acre parcel was designed to meet AKC recommended public dog park designs with separate sections for large dogs and small dogs to exercise and play separately. With a handicap accessible cement entrance and walkway, the dog park is complete with underground irrigation for turf, trees and flower gardens, all suitable for dogs and owners to enjoy relaxing in the park. Two 10x10 foot covered patios with furniture make this the casual outdoor place to relax and socialize with or without the dogs! Howl-O-Ween dog costume and other festivities are held throughout the year to add to the fun!

Membership, HOA and Taxes

Rarity Bay Home Owners Association Dues are approximately $600 per year.

Rarity Bay Golf Club is privately managed with various membership options available to property owners.

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